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To: Jacob Snyder who wrote (42430)	12/31/2008 9:11:23 PM
From: Woody_Nickels	Respond to of 95521

<<assuming you have enough cash, to buy everything that might be put to you.>> Absolutely! My broker sequesters enough to cover at the option strike. That's why I keep to short-term options, too. Just in case a situation arises that requires these funds. I've heard on the news, lately, that unrest is possible in various spots worldwide, due to economic stresses. China and Russia are mentioned prominently. I'm also staying on the sidelines around New Year. I've seen and been burned by overnight market/sentiment changes at New Year. I suppose it's year-end tax selling, etc., but it still plays havoc when you buy on 12/30 and see it tank on 1/2.(or vice versa) Woody